Cooking Classes in San Diego
Best Cooking Classes in San Diego for your next culinary journey
There are many reasons why they call it America’s Finest City, not least of which is the line-up of delicious cooking classes in San Diego. Indeed, whether you’re in Carlsbad & Oceanside, Downtown, East San Diego or La Jolla & Pacific Beach, there are lots of culinary classes in San Diego nearby with which to satisfy your curiosity for cuisine. Are you in the mood to make fresh sushi? How about Italian pasta or French bistro-style dishes? Under the guidance of a world-class local chef, it’s all possible. No experience is required, just a love of great food and the desire to learn to cook it. If that sounds like you, then be sure to sign up for cooking courses in San Diego today!
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Mother's Day Favorite
Lavender-Infused Vegan Desserts
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Enjoy the complex, floral taste of fragrant lavender in three vegan desserts. In this hands-on, dessert-oriented cooking class, you'll learn how to incorporate lavender flowers into three plant-based desserts. Breathe in the aromatic scents as you cook with Chef Adina and learn vegan baking techniques.
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Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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Wholesome Parisian Feast - Date Night
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Make time for each other with a French-style date night. Make it a fun night out with this interactive cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego) inspired by classic French flavors. Led by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll prepare green peppercorn steak with mushroom-cognac pan sauce, frisée salad with Roquefort...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Mother's Day Favorite
Preparing Ravioli From Scratch
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Learn the art of making pillowy, cheesy ravioli from scratch. In this interactive cooking class led by Chef ShaSha, you will learn to make three delicious dishes straight out of Italy, including homemade ravioli.
Begin the class by slicing up garlic and tomatoes to layer onto crusty bread and make a beautiful...
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Chef ShaSha
Serving the San Diego area
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Harnessing the Power of Plants
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Prepare a delicious feast while reaping the benefits and harnessing the power of plant-based foods. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Stacy will show you how to use and prepare seasonal and sustainably-sourced ingredients chock-full of nutrients and flavor.
You will learn basic knife skills as you create a...
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Chef Stacy D.
Serving the San Diego area
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
Great for Groups of 4-18
Fine Californian Cuisine
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Learn to create a local, fresh menu for a unique group experience. Chef Jordan captures the best of San Diego’s local produce and seafood in his eclectic, California cuisine team building activity. Learn to use the best seasonal ingredients as you discover new cooking techniques with colleagues enjoying stunning...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Traditional Thai Staples
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Take a culinary tour through Thailand and learn to create rich, authentic Thai dishes. Experience the bold flavors of Thai cuisine (without the jet lag) in this hands-on cooking class led by Chef Krong. Learn how to use signature techniques to transform everyday ingredients into boastful dishes that harness the true...
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Chef Krong
Serving the San Diego area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Fundamental Dessert Techniques
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Explore the art of making elevated, individually portioned desserts with Chef Rachel. In this dessert-focused cooking class, you'll learn the foundational techniques behind three classic sweet treats. Chef Adina will guide you while balancing delicate flavors to enhance silky panna cotta, smooth crème brûlée and...
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Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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Wholesome Spring Bakes
$109
Cooking Class
$109
Practice baking methods that deliver reliable results. Build confidence with classic spring baking in this cooking class in Carlsbad (San Diego). Led by Chef Michael or a resident chef, you’ll prepare hot cross buns, spring onion and Gruyère quiche and chocolate babka. You’ll develop real skills like dough...
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Chef Michael or Resident Chef
Carlsbad
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Mother's Day Favorite
Pasta-Making Date Night
$135
Cooking Class
$135
Spend your next date night learning the art of pasta-making in this hands-on class. Take your date out on a culinary adventure by working together to make authentic Italian pasta from scratch in this interactive cooking class. Chef ShaSha will be your guide as you navigate these delicious and exciting...
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Chef ShaSha
Serving the San Diego area
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Mother's Day Favorite
Bottomless Brunch
$115
Cooking Class
$115
Have fun while treating your palate to a delicious brunch with the guidance of Chef Stacy. In this hands-on cooking class, Chef Stacy will guide you through a three-course brunch menu. Combine the best of New American and Italian cuisine into a delicious fare you'll be able to craft yourself.
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Chef Stacy D.
Serving the San Diego area
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Thai Cuisine Fundamentals
$179
Cooking Class
$179
Join Chef Jordan on an immersive culinary tour of Thailand! Cuisine in Thailand is the result of influences primarily from India and China, and is popular internationally for its unique range of flavor profiles that cater to a variety of preferences. Drawing heavily upon fresh ingredients from the earth, it has...
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Chef Jordan W.
Julian
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Mother's Day Favorite
Provençal French Cuisine
$149
Cooking Class
$149
Discover classic French techniques with this regional menu inspired by the south of France. In this interactive cooking class, you'll join Chef Adina for an exploration of French cuisine highlighting the region of Provence. This rustic meal elevates classic ingredients with a traditional style of French cooking....
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Chef Adina
Serving the San Diego area
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chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
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